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Resident with ICC credentials urges Kuna to strengthen building inspections
Summary
A local resident and certified inspector told the council he is seeing widespread stucco and structural problems and urged stronger enforcement by the building department.
During public comment, resident David Wardell told the Kuna City Council he holds five active inspector certificates issued by the International Code Council (ICC) and that he has observed numerous construction and code-compliance problems in the jurisdiction, including improperly installed stucco, missing flashing, roofing leaks, incorrectly sloped concrete slabs, crushed HVAC ductwork, and improperly installed shear panels.
“Somewhere along the line, the building department is not holding up their end,” Wardell said, and asked council members to find a way to “rectify this and get your building department on the ball because there are a lot of people in this community that are being damaged by it.” He said the problems affect both commercial properties and residences, and that residents have reported stucco falling from houses.
Mayor and staff acknowledged receipt of a letter Wardell had submitted. No formal action was taken at the meeting; Wardell’s statement was made during the public-comment period. Council members and staff noted they had received his letter and would follow up.
Why it matters: Wardell’s comments accuse the local building department of insufficient code enforcement and name multiple construction defects that he says are widespread. The matter raises questions about inspection practices and potential impacts on homeowners and commercial property owners.
The council did not discuss or direct immediate action during the meeting; staff acknowledged receipt of Wardell’s letter and indicated follow-up would occur.
